PST2 17-40C
Compact dual-band wire antenna, designed to be installed in confined spaces. Full-size elements for 17m, with full band coverage and slightly loaded for 40m. For optimal performance, it is recommended to mount it at least 5-6m above ground in an inverted V configuration, with an opening of about 100-110 degrees. The antenna is pre-tuned to operate at the center of both bands, but like all dipoles, it is affected by environmental conditions, so it may be necessary to find the best operating point through several attempts.
The dipole center also includes the 1:1 ferrite balun.
17 m
- Gain: 0 db
- SWR: <1:1.5 at band center
- Maximum power: 1.5KW SSB, 1KW CW-RTTY
- Length 40 m
- Gain: 0 db
- SWR: 1:1.3 at band center, Usable band approx. 150 Kc (optimized)
- Maximum power: 1.5KW SSB, 1KW CW-RTTY
- Impedance: 50 ohm when installed as Inv. V (single feed line)
- Amphenol or Teflon: SO239
- Total length: Approx. 12m
- Weight: Approx. 1.5 Kg
